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Dodge Avenger

Type JS

In Motortune Pro
Control units17
On any adapter17 of 17
Service reset—
Actuator tests499

Need to read fault codes or check a warning lamp on your Avenger without a workshop trip? Motortune turns your iPhone and an ELM327 / OBD-II adapter into a scanner for the Dodge Avenger (type JS): it walks every control unit it can reach, names each fault in plain language and runs guided service routines. Free to scan; the one-time $18.99 Motortune Pro adds the write features.

Control units

Every unit the catalog lists for this model, across its model years — your car carries a subset, which the app finds when it connects. The tag says what reaches each one: Any adapter MS-CAN adapter vLinker MS Special cable

  • Engine
    • Engine control unitAny adapterActuators
  • Gearbox
    • Electronic Shifter ModuleAny adapter
    • Transmission control unitAny adapter
  • Drivetrain
    • All Wheel Drive module (AWD)Any adapter
  • Brakes / ABS
    • ABS Chrysler/Lancia/Jeep/RAMAny adapterActuators
  • Steering
    • Steering Angle SensorAny adapterActuators
  • Airbags
    • Occupant Restraint Module (Airbag)Any adapter
  • Instrument cluster
    • Instrument Cluster/Cabin Compartment Node (CCN)Any adapterActuators
  • Body
    • Central Gateway ModuleAny adapterActuators
  • Doors
    • Driver Door Module (DDM)Any adapterActuators
    • Passenger Door Module (PDM)Any adapter
  • Climate
    • HVAC (Heat, Ventillation and Air Conditioner)Any adapterActuators
  • Keys & security
    • Wireless Control Module (WCM)Any adapter
  • Infotainment
    • Audio AmplifierAny adapter
    • Hands Free Module (HFM)Any adapterActuators
    • Radio Navigator moduleAny adapterActuators
    • Vehicle Entertainment, Last Row (VES3)Any adapterActuators

What you can do

  • Read fault codes, every reachable unit
  • Freeze frame
  • Vehicle & control-unit info
  • Clear fault codesPRO
  • Adaptations & resetsPRO
  • CalibrationsPRO
  • DPF & exhaustPRO
  • Gearbox learnsPRO
  • Brake bleedingPRO
  • Actuator tests (499)PRO
  • Control-unit browser, DID explorer, raw consolePRO

Service functions and actuator tests are matched to each unit’s software version when you connect, so your car may show a subset.

Adapter

Every control unit on this model sits on the standard OBD pins, so any ELM327 v1.5+ adapter reaches all 17 — Bluetooth LE or Wi-Fi. For a fast, dependable connection we recommend an OBDLink CX or Veepeak OBDCheck BLE+.

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Avenger — frequently asked

Does Motortune work with the Dodge Avenger?

Yes. The Dodge Avenger (type JS) is in Motortune’s catalog with 17 control units, 17 of which Motortune can reach with the right adapter. Coverage is mapped from the diagnostic catalog; try Demo mode and the in-app compatibility check on your car before relying on it.

How do I read fault codes on a Dodge Avenger?

Plug an ELM327 / OBD-II adapter into the Avenger’s diagnostic socket, switch the ignition on, and connect from Motortune on your iPhone. It walks every control unit it can reach — engine, gearbox, drivetrain, brakes / abs and more — and lists each fault in plain language with the unit that reported it. Reading codes is free; clearing them is part of the one-time Motortune Pro.

Which service functions does Motortune run on the Avenger?

Adaptations & resets, Calibrations, DPF & exhaust, Gearbox learns, Brake bleeding — 12 guided routines across this model’s control units. The app confirms each unit’s software version before offering one, so what you see on your car can be a subset. Part of Pro.

What adapter do I need for the Avenger?

Every control unit on this model sits on the standard OBD pins, so any ELM327 v1.5+ adapter reaches all 17 — Bluetooth LE or Wi-Fi. For a fast, dependable connection we recommend an OBDLink CX or Veepeak OBDCheck BLE+.

How much does Motortune cost?

Motortune is free to download and scan. The one-time $18.99 Motortune Pro adds clearing codes, the service reset, service functions, actuator tests and per-unit live data. No subscription, and one purchase covers every Alfa Romeo, Fiat, Abarth, Lancia, Jeep, Chrysler, Dodge, RAM, Peugeot and Citroën you own.

Motortune Pro

On the Avenger

$18.99 one-time

Reading fault codes is free. One purchase covers every Alfa Romeo, Fiat, Abarth, Lancia, Jeep, Chrysler, Dodge, RAM, Peugeot and Citroën in your garage, with Family Sharing. Try Demo mode first — no adapter needed.

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Coverage is mapped from a diagnostic catalog of these models and is provided as-is, with no warranty. Some cars may not respond, some features may be unavailable on your car’s software version, and some adapters may be incompatible — always confirm with Demo mode and the in-app compatibility check before relying on any result. Motortune is an independent diagnostic tool and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Stellantis or any of its brands. Make, model and control-unit names appear here only to describe vehicle compatibility. All trademarks remain the property of their respective owners.